Costa Rica is in Central America, bounded on the north by Nicaragua, on the east by the Caribbean Sean, on the southeast by Panama and on the west by the Pacific Ocean. The country's capital is San Jose.

Spanish is the official language, but English is also spoken by many of the educated people. This peaceful paradise has been characterized by a democratic system for 150 years. Costa Rica is the safest country in Central America where family values and respect are forthright. In the face of accelerated population and economic growth, it remains a tranquil place to live. Costa Rica boasts a higher literacy and life expectancy rate than the United States, and is a peaceful, progressive country where democracy and stability are hallmarks.

Lush natural beauty, pleasant climate, every imaginable activity to stay busy, a government that does to great lengths to encourage investment, inexpensive medical care, affordable housing, excellent communication and transportation networks, tax incentives and friendly people combine to make Costa Rica tops on the list of investment and retirement havens.

Guanacaste Province, where The Sanctuary Resort is located, is a part of Costa Rica known worldwide for its pristine beaches and lush tropical landscapes. It offers a variety of environments, from endless plains, volcanoes, cloud and rain forests, to endless beaches which stretch from the border at Nicaragua to the mid-pacific. The region offers some of Costa Rica's most spectacular coastlines and wildlife preserves both on land and at sea. Interesting national parks boast of lush flora and fauna, birds and wildlife.